Weird Electrical Problems

[katpinckert]

Several months ago, the panel light on my 2003 330i kept flashing off and on. After 6 visits to the dealer an "electrial" problem was solved (they kept telling me it was my left front head light needing a new bulb.) Yesterday, the panel light lit up again, this time indicating that something was wrong with something in the right front part of the car. Immediately, my right turn signal started blinking in staccato.

The same thing happened this morning. Then, out of the blue, the panel light goes off and the right turn indicator is functioning.

What's a girl to do? Thanks for any and all suggestions.

[Kaz]

The front right signal's socket is bad or corroded. You can try to get the dealer to replace it, but I just take it out and clean it. I had to do this 2 weeks ago.

[vatkens]

I’m with BMW of North America, LLC. I’m sorry to read of your concern about your turn signal. If you and your BMW center would like our assistance, please phone us at (800) 831-1117, and mention Reference #200436400219 so that we can help you more efficiently. If you prefer, you can email us through the Owners’ Circle at www.bmwusa.com.